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Weight Loss Surgery May Prevent Diabetes February 03, 2013 For people who are extremely overweight and likely to develop diabetes, surgery may be the best form of prevention. A new study shows that weight-loss surgery not only produced sustained weight loss in obese men and women but substantially reduced their odds of developing Type 2 […]

Sleeve Gastrectomy or Gastric Sleeve Surgery Procedure The gastric sleeve surgery involves the creation of a thin vertical sleeve within the stomach that is non reversible. Once the stomach is secured using a stapling device, the rest of the stomach is removed. The resulting stomach size is comparable to a banana which limits the amount […]

Significant Reductions in Binge Eating Occur After Weight Loss Surgery Binge Eating Disorder is the most common eating disorder in the United States and is prevalent in up to 30% of those seeking weight loss treatment. Its prevalence in the population at large is eight percent. It can have an exclusive night eating or nocturnal […]

Benefits of After Bariatric Surgery or Post Weight Loss Surgery include lower medications Weight loss surgery and psychiatric medication It is important to let your doctor know if you are to have any scheduled a Weight Loss Surgery such as gastric bypass, “Roux-en-y,” lap band or sleeve procedure. Bariatric surgery allows for manipulation of the […]

Lisa Lampanelli shows off massive weight loss October, 05, 2012 Gastric Sleeve Works Lisa Lampanelli made a splash on “Celebrity Apprentice” as one of the show’s more polarizing stars. Now she’s making a mark in the weight loss world. Lampanelli tells In Touch Weekly that she’s lost 80 pounds and is now a size 12 […]

Childhood Obesity and its Impact on Health Childhood obesity has become a major health concern among clinicians in recent years. In fact, more than 23 million children and teenagers in the U.S. are obese or overweight, a statistic that health and medical experts consider an epidemic. Childhood obesity has more than tripled in the last […]

Bariatric Surgery is a major, life changing commitment that is an effective and safe method of weight loss for those who are desperately seeking answers. However, surgery should not be considered the first line of therapy. Patients must show extensive effort with diet, exercise, and other natural alternatives before considering bariatric surgery. Although the procedure […]